Sailing Voyages on SV Hikari

3-Day Puget Sound Cruise

Duration: 3 days of sailing, 2 nights at anchor

Description: Perfect introduction to cruising under sail, with a visit to one or more charming waterfront communities, quiet anchorages, and an introduction to the waterways of Puget Sound. During this trip you will see a variety of birds and marine mammals - possibly including porpoises and whales. Experience sailing, motoring, navigation, anchoring, and life aboard a well-equipped and comfortable sailing vessel, while learning about the history and environment of Puget Sound,

Features:

  • For 2-5 passengers

  • All meals included

  • 2 nights at anchor in quiet coves

  • Beach exploration & hiking

  • Historic waterfront towns

  • Kayaking (optional)

  • Hands-on sailing and navigating (optional)

  • Introduction to yacht systems (optional)

  • Can be extended to 4 days - ask for details

Price:

  • 2 guests: $4000

  • 3 guests: $4900

  • 4 guests: $5800

  • 5 guests: $6700

Departure Port: Seattle

Sailing Vessel Hikari is anchored on calm water near a forested shoreline during sunset, somewhere in the San Juan Islands.

7-Day Salish Sea Cruise

Duration: 7 days of sailing, 6 nights at anchor in Puget Sound and the San Juan Islands

Description: A full week of cruising, including a passage to the San Juan Islands via the Strait of Juan de Fuca or Deception Pass. Visit waterfront towns, explore marine parks, and enjoy remote anchorages. Conditions permitting, destinations are likely to include Port Townsend, Marrowstone Island, San Juan Island, Lopez Island, Shaw Island, Orcas Island, and Sucia Island.

Features:

  • For 2-4 passengers

  • All meals included, except for one dinner ashore

  • Variety of unique anchorages

  • Beach exploration & hiking

  • Marine wildlife viewing

  • Bioluminescence (summer months)

  • Historic waterfront towns

  • Kayaking (optional)

  • Hands-on sailing and navigating (optional)

  • Introduction to yacht systems and operations (optional)

  • Can be extended to 10 days

Price (7 days):

  • 2 guests: $9000

  • 3 guests: $11,000

  • 4 guests: $13,000

Departure Port: Seattle or Port Townsend

Sailing SV Hikari under spinnaker during the Swiftsure race.

Custom Adventures

Duration: Up to 13 days and 12 nights in the Salish Sea

Description: An extended, customized cruising adventure including a passage to the San Juan Islands via the Strait of Juan de Fuca or Deception Pass, and a visit to the magnificent Southern Gulf Islands, potentially including Salt Spring, Saturna, and Gabriola Islands. Visit waterfront towns, explore marine parks, and enjoy a wide variety of anchorages. This adventure is for those who want to spend more time underway, sailing and motoring to new and widely varying destinations.

Features:

  • For 2-4 passengers

  • All meals included, except for two dinners ashore

  • Wide variety of unique anchorages

  • Beach exploration & hiking

  • Marine wildlife viewing

  • Historic waterfront towns

  • Kayaking (optional)

  • Hands-on sailing and navigating (optional)

  • Introduction to yacht systems and operations (optional)

Price:

Departure Port: Seattle, Port Townsend, or Friday Harbor

Sailing vessel Hikari at sunset on calm water with small islands and trees in the distance.

Day and Sunset Sailing

Duration: 3 to 6 hours

Description: Want to spend an enjoyable afternoon or evening on the water? How about visiting Blake Island, and stopping for a walk through the town of Winslow on Bainbridge Island? How about a sunset cruise on the Seattle waterfront? All of that can be done in one enjoyable day out on the water.

Features:

  • For 2-5 passengers

  • Sailing in Elliott Bay along the Seattle waterfront

  • Beach exploration & hiking on Blake Island (optional)

  • Visit to the town of Winslow (optional)

  • Hands-on sailing and navigating (optional)

Price:

  • $200 per hour for the boat and captain

  • $1500 for a full (8-hour) day

  • Light snacks included, bring your own lunch or dinner

  • Contact us for details

Departure Port: Seattle